CIPD Annual Scotland Conference
Taking place on 17th March at the Edinburgh International Conference Centre, the CIPD Annual Scotland Conference brings together HR and people professionals to explore key workplace trends!
About CIPD Annual Scotland Conference
CIPD conference to explore new era of work in Scotland
The CIPD, the professional body for HR and people development, has unveiled the programme for its annual Scotland Conference, with John-James ‘JJ’ Chalmers MBE - a former Royal Marine Commando, Invictus Games gold medallist and member of Channel 4’s Paralympic presenting team - among the keynote speakers.
Taking place on 17 March 2026 at the Edinburgh International Conference Centre (EICC), the flagship event will bring together HR and people professionals from across Scotland to explore the key workplace trends, legislation and developments. These practical insights will help support organisations to drive performance, boost productivity and create meaningful impact across their workforce.
As a keynote speaker, JJ Chalmers will share powerful perspectives on leadership, wellbeing and resilience. Drawing on his own experiences of serving as a Lance Corporal in the Royal Marines and his recovery following life-changing injuries, JJ will explore how individuals and teams can grow stronger through challenge and change.
He will be joined by a range of inspiring Scottish leaders as part of the speaker line-up from organisations such as Historic Environment Scotland, Social Security Scotland, Harbour Energy, the Good Work Lab, Morton Fraser MacRoberts LLP and the University of Strathclyde.
The rich conference agenda will offer valuable insights for HR and people professionals to enhance their knowledge, drive capability within their organisations and invest in their own professional development.
Sessions will cover themes such as:
• The AI workplace: What generative intelligence means for jobs, wellbeing and fairness
• Unlocking potential: the strategic value of apprenticeships
• Making wellbeing a strategic imperative
Delegates will also receive a comprehensive update on the latest employment law developments, including the Employment Rights Act 2025, which represents one of the most significant reforms to workers’ rights in a generation.
From new rights on sick pay and parental leave, to bans on ‘fire and rehire’ practices and strengthened whistleblowing and redundancy protections, this session will unpack the key legal changes organisations need to understand and prepare for. It will also provide the opportunity for attendees to put questions directly to a panel of experts.
The full agenda and tickets to attend the CIPD in Scotland Annual Conference on 17 March 2026 at the Edinburgh International Conference Centre (EICC) (09:00-17:00) are available to purchase here and at: events.cipd.co.uk or email: cipdevents@wonderly.agency . To find out about exhibiting or sponsorship opportunities email: elena.catalano@cipd.co.uk
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